Lactulose User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

Brand names: Enulose, Kristalose, Cholac Constilac Generlac

Lactulose has an average rating of 7.5 out of 10 from a total of 142 reviews on Drugs.com. 67% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 21% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Lactulose

Indigo
Taken for less than 1 month
October 4, 2021

For Constipation, Acute "I had been in hospitals and I was able to go, but never much. Imaging showed a moderate amount of stool in me. The doctor ordered lactulose. The nurse said it would just make it easier for me to go. It was in a cup that looked like an oversized coffee creamer. I took it. Right before I went to OT. Less than an hour after and I started cramping. Before I could finish saying I needed to get to a bathroom, I was going. They took me to my room and I got on the bedside commode. I wasn’t able to get off of it for 1.5 hours. I always thought magnesium citrate was awful stuff. This was way more harsh for me. It was effective, but I was not expecting that much of an effect or for it to hit so soon. I would be afraid to take it again."

3 / 10

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Anonymous
Taken for less than 1 month
November 8, 2022

For Constipation, Chronic "I developed chronic constipation out of nowhere and am a vegetarian, had tests run , colonoscopy etc no answers but was suffering daily everyday. Tried dietary changes , bowel training ,movicol , Metamucil , more water you name it . Became extremely debilitating and distressing . After 8 months of this nightmare I tried Lactulose ( Actilax) and whilst it took a week to really work now I’m having a normal BM same time daily . I’m currently taking 20 ml twice daily you may need to see what dose works for you. I know medicine isn’t always a long term solution but when you are suffering it’s worth a shot until you can find another solution I will keep taking it daily along with a healthy diet etc until I can see another specialist. Beware initially can cause bloating and discomfort so start off slowly and drink plenty of water and build up dose rather than start big ."

9 / 10

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Hellie
Taken for 1 to 6 months
September 16, 2022

For Constipation, Acute "I suffer from constipation a lot. I generally need help once a week from a laxative. I take this when I have no other choice, because it tastes so bad. It’s so thick and just disgusting. On the plus side; the stuff works. I get very very bloated afterwards, look about 6 months pregnant for 12 hours after. The gas is pretty chronic. The smell is also not great. I take huge doses in one go (50ML plus) cos it just doesn’t work other than that sadly. I fully recommend it, however have no callers that day to your home as toilet trips will be frequent and audible."

10 / 10

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Anonymous
Taken for less than 1 month
August 5, 2022

For Constipation, Chronic "I have tried this stuff twice over the last 5 years and still doesn't work I've had 25ml twice this time and it does nothing which annoying because when I sent the person to get laxatives in the first place I told them to not buy this but the guy behind the counter said it was the best but twice in the last 5 years I bought this and it doesn't work. First time I was 18 years old now I'm 23"

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Ottaw...
Taken for 6 months to 1 year
May 29, 2021

"Earlier this evening had "Severe Cramps and bloating but no output into my Colostomy bag". I think it could be related to a Metro Egg Sandwich that I had earlier. Tried Divol Plus and 2 Extra Strength Tylenol and Heating Pad...nothing helped. Called Shoppers in Toronto they suggested I take 1/2 capful of Lactolose. It did the trick within 15 minutes cleared me right out. Cramps dropped 80%. Came within seconds of calling 911 but I didn't and I made it through. Remember too much can cause serious diarrhea in Colostomy Bag, so limit Lactolose if you can. Take every 3 to 4 days. Not too much."

8 / 10

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Anonymous
Taken for 1 to 6 months
July 14, 2023

For Hepatic Encephalopathy "I take lactulose 3 times a day. Since taking the higher dose, I no longer have any hand tremors and have not had another episode of going to sleep and not waking up for 36 hours. I still have periodic leg swelling if I am really active."

10 / 10

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Carina
Taken for less than 1 month
September 14, 2021

For Constipation, Chronic "I have been constipated badly , many visits to ER Urgent care and many CT scans X-ray and always dry stools stuck in the intestines One doctor prescribed Lactulose At first cause me bloating I called the pharmacist and recommended 15 ml and Gas X together. Now I have my normal BM"

10 / 10

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Nikie
Taken for 6 months to 1 year
March 22, 2021

For Constipation, Acute "FLATULENCE! So chronic you’d almost be proud of it. Don’t have visitors over or even use this on a day when you have an empty house. I use it when I maybe drift away from my usual diet and need help, so maybe once/twice a month I take 60ml in one go. Your poo basically ends up as liquid by the end of the experience. I used to use it everyday for a while, but found I was both bloated and flatulent."

8 / 10

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Linda
Taken for less than 1 month
May 20, 2022

For Constipation, Chronic "I've had issues with constipation on and off my entire life, may be the cause of my decades of migraines actually. Once went an entire MONTHS without going, can you even imagine that?! Got a high colonic (colon cleanse) and that flushed it all out! This time a Dr. prescribed this lactulose stuff for me, thought I'd give it a try. Suggested 30 ml. a day, three days later, NOTHING but gas! Today, the fourth day, I decided to up the dose! So I took TWO 30 ml. doses, 5 hours apart, and BOOM! Had one BM and I KNOW there's lots more still in there, very bad gas too. I am feelin ga little crampy, so probably tomorrow will continue higher dose and will go again. Eventually I will lower the dose back down and even see if I can quit altogether as laxatives become a crutch that you cant function without eventually. I don't take any other drugs, no pain meds, and I eat healthy and am healthy in every other aspect but the migraines and constipation, would LOVE to get rid of those!"

7 / 10

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Grate...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
March 28, 2022

For Constipation, Chronic "I was prescribed Lactulose for constipation that had troubled me for over three years. Had tried other medications . I took Lactulose for two months every day as prescribed , and now have been with no medicaion at all for over a month. I had no adverse effects while taking it, and would return to it if I need."

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Honesty...
November 27, 2021

For Constipation, Chronic "Brand: XactDose Manufacturer: VistaPharm Dose: 20g/30mL Great results with this medication. I was using Miralax for a few days (4 or so) but didn't get any results. I then took XactDose after going to a doctor. First day taking it, I felt really gassy & bloated within 3-4 hours. My second day I experienced the same things, only this time I actually expelled a good amount stool. It felt like a decent burden was done away with and I felt lighter. It's my go to whenever I get really constipated, it works very well. Didn't get same results with generic lactulose (10g/15mL) that I got after I ran out of XactDose. I even tried a double dose of it. Maybe I should've tried one more day with the doubled dose? Oh, and it seems like Sam's Club pharmacy is the only place that is able to get this for you now. Many pharmacies don't have it. Call around and ask for lactulose made by the manufacturer VistaPharm and save yourself some gas."

10 / 10

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anon
Taken for less than 1 month
May 9, 2024

For Constipation, Chronic "I don’t think I’ve ever left a review for anything… but this medication is truly changing my life. I have chronic constipation and have been laxative dependent nearly my whole life. I thought I would never live a normal life and I thought my body was screwed up forever. I tried everything in the book. Miralax, prunes, senna, you name it, I’ve done it. I drink 60mL of this (which is a lot, so mix it with juice) and my life has changed. I have a BM every day. I used to go over a week without a BM before forcing down laxatives. It might not work for you, everyone’s different but please give this a try. Sincerely, a very happy human who feels like they can now live a normal life."

10 / 10

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Han
Taken for 1 to 2 years
April 27, 2023

For Constipation, Chronic "Has anyone gained weight using lactulose? I’ve been taking it daily for the past almost two years. It works well for me, but the weight part is annoying. 20 pounds ugh. I don’t know how to get the weight off. I don’t eat a lot. I drink liters and liters of water. I’m frustrated. Please someone tell me how to lose the weight."

8 / 10

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Bjorn...
Taken for less than 1 month
December 27, 2023

For Constipation, Chronic "Lactulose 30ml twice a day with lots of water, doesn't seem to work on its own for me. I still need Senokot every three days to get things out, but I think the lactulose at least makes it soft so my hemorrhoids can heal. At this dose, a bottle only lasts 10 days, so I'm hoping I can reduce the dose gradually."

7 / 10

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Gastr...
Taken for less than 1 month
June 20, 2022

For Constipation, Chronic "The taste isn't too bad, smells and tastes like a melted banana popsicle. Day 1 and 2 it worked. 15 ml 3 times a day but now it longer works. Taking daily and back to nothing. Not even the gas. Nothing."

5 / 10

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Anonymous
Taken for 1 to 2 years
October 23, 2012

Constulose (lactulose) for Constipation, Chronic "This is the best medicine I've ever used for my constipation. I also have irritable bowel syndrome."

10 / 10

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Anonymous
September 25, 2019

For Constipation, Chronic "I tried everything, metamucil, colace, dulcolax, magnesium supplements, miralax 3 days. Don't mess around with these just get a prescription for lactulose.... done!"

9 / 10

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Anonymous
May 31, 2012

Generlac (lactulose) for Constipation, Chronic "Only thing that actually works!"

10 / 10

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shego...
August 10, 2011

For Constipation, Chronic "Lactulose works don't know why. Lactolose is gentle and actually works. I just about gave up until got this medicine. I take a few Vicodins a day and I needed something to help."

10 / 10

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Anonymous
September 29, 2008

Enulose (lactulose) for Hepatic Encephalopathy "Enulose has been very efficient in making regular bowel movements. "

9 / 10

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Hope
Taken for less than 1 month
May 2, 2020

For Constipation, Chronic "have been taking Lactulose 4 times a day, still no urge to go even started on natural laxative and fiber in my coffee"

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Naz
March 6, 2017

For Constipation, Chronic "This stuff really works! I was suffering from constipation for a week straight and all it took was 30ml of this sweet syrup and I was in the washroom after an hour."

10 / 10

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momys...
Taken for less than 1 month
July 22, 2018

For Constipation, Chronic "This worked very quickly and effectively with no side effects for my 3 year old daughter who is limited in her diet and gastrostomy tube (gtube) dependent. We are incredibly grateful."

10 / 10

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Volpi
November 12, 2015

For Constipation, Acute "Lactulose promotes a soft bowel movement without cramping, nausea or valsalvo effects."

10 / 10

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just...
Taken for less than 1 month
September 17, 2015

For Constipation, Acute "Helps you a whole lot! Except you could get sore on the underside and stay extremely close to the toilet."

9 / 10

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